You can also decide how high if a lift you want before anything else. Decide what type of setup you want, is it a few inches or bigger? Then decide what rims and tires you'd need.
I'm in the Nanaimo area and can't think of many reputable shops here either that could do the lift. If it wasn't covid I'm sure people would be willing to help you.
You could call around, talk to some shops and feel them out. Start them with smaller tasks and work up to the bigger things. Or, I'm sure there are Facebook groups for Vancouver Island Toyota's that could find you a shop.
You can also decide how high if a lift you want before anything else. Decide what type of setup you want, is it a few inches or bigger? Then decide what rims and tires you'd need.
I'm in the Nanaimo area and can't think of many reputable shops here either that could do the lift. If it wasn't covid I'm sure people would be willing to help you.
You could call around, talk to some shops and feel them out. Start them with smaller tasks and work up to the bigger things. Or, I'm sure there are Facebook groups for Vancouver Island Toyota's that could find you a shop.
I second Gaia, you can record, save, and share routes in it too.
I don't think it's doable in a Subaru Forester. Especially this time of the year.
Covered in mud so we know you mean business. Welcome!
Glad you made it somewhere, that side would be cool to explore. Nice thing is you can always explore around Vancouver Island.